While the adjacent King’s Head (01768 772393) is undoubtedly good, it isn’t too friendly on the wallet. Across the road, the Dale Head Hall Hotel (01768 772478) serves posh nosh, proper wine, and a fantastic view, but you’ll have to empty the piggy bank. Steve Gaskell, the farmer-owner of the campsite, suggests considering the Salutation Inn (01768 779614) at Threlkeld – an authentic Lakeland pub with decent grub at moderate prices.